2012 SCION TC — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
12
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
12
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2012 SCION TC
The 2012 SCION TC has received a total of 12 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. 12 technical service bulletins have been issued by Toyota Motor Corporation for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Unknown Or Other (3 complaints), Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly (3 complaints), and Visibilitywiper (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2012 SCION TC
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2012 SCION TC, potentially affecting up to 8,069 vehicles.
Recall 18E091000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
| 544 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain Toyota Racing Development (TRD) brake kits, part numbers PTR09-21111 and PTR09-52080, sold by Toyota as an optional accessory for model year 2008-2015 Scion xB, and 2011-2016 Scion tC vehicles. Over time, the brake hoses in these kits may fatigue and fail.
Consequence: Failure of a brake hose will reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify all known owners of the Scion xB and Scion tC vehicles upon which an involved optional TRD Brake Kit could have been installed. If the vehicle is equipped with one of the TRD brake kits, it will...
View full details →Recall 13V123000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
| 7,525 vehicles affected
Defect: Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, 2010-2013 Toyota Tacoma, 2011-2012 Toyota Sienna, 2012 Toyota Prius, 2013 Scion FR-S, 2011 Scion...
Consequence: An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in a tire failure which may result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or property damage.
Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on May 28, 2013. Owners may...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2012 SCION TC
12 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 SCION TC. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
I WAS DRIVING ON 60 FREEWAY WHEN MY SUNROOF WINDOW EXPLODED/SHATTERED. I'M DOING SOME RESEARCH AND ITS HAPPENING ON THIS MAKE AND MODEL FREQUENTLY. I WENT TO TOYOTA AND TALKED TO THEM REGARDING IF THERE IS RECALL ABOUT IT BECAUSE LOOKS LIKE ITS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT. I ENDED UP PAYING FOR IT VIA MY INSURANCE. HOW CAN I AS A CONSUMER BE PROTECTED IF THIS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT? IT SEEMS THEY DON'T HAVE A PROGRAM ABOUT IT. *TR
I WAS DRIVING ON 60 FREEWAY WHEN MY SUNROOF WINDOW EXPLODED/SHATTERED. I'M DOING SOME RESEARCH AND ITS HAPPENING ON THIS MAKE AND MODEL FREQUENTLY. I WENT TO TOYOTA AND TALKED TO THEM REGARDING IF THERE IS RECALL ABOUT IT BECAUSE LOOKS LIKE ITS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT. I ENDED UP PAYING FOR IT VIA MY INSURANCE. HOW CAN I AS A CONSUMER BE PROTECTED IF THIS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT? IT SEEMS THEY DON'T HAVE A PROGRAM ABOUT IT. *TR
I HAVE A SAFETY RECALL ON MY VEHICLE. *TR
I HAVE A SAFETY RECALL ON MY VEHICLE. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SCION TC. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND UNOCCUPIED, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. PRIORITY TOYOTA CHESAPEAKE (1800 GREENBRIER PKWY, CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320, (757) 213-5000) WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO CALL THE INSURANCE COMPANY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS CALLED AND INFORMED THE CONTACT TO SUBMIT A CLAIM. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 63,200.
Safety Rating for the 2012 SCION TC
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2012 SCION TC in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2012 SCION TC
Toyota Motor Corporation has issued 12 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2012 SCION TC. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
S-SB-0023-11 Rev — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of...
S-SB-0020-11 Rev — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see S-SB-0024-14.
SSB-0037-11 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
SCION: REVISION INFORMATION REGARDING THE REPLACEMENT OF SEAT COVERS FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIRBAG AND SEAT COVERS NOT RECOMMENDED BY SCION WILL AFFECT SIDE AIRBAG PERFORMANCE. MODEL 2004-2014 FR-S, IQ, TC, XA, XB, XD. *PE
S-SB-0026-13 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Some 2011 ? 2013 model year tC vehicles may exhibit a condition where water is leaking from the HVAC system. This can be caused by the HVAC drain tube becoming clogged with debris.
S-SB-0011-13 — EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
S-SB-0011-13 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Some 2012 model year Scion tC and xB vehicles may set SRS Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) that are not listed in the Repair Manual. Refer to the chart in this bulletin to diagnose these DTCs.
SSB-0010-13 — ENGINE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
S SB 0010 13A — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Brief Engine Knock/Rattle Noise at Cold Startup
S SB 0010 13A — ENGINE
Brief Engine Knock/Rattle Noise at Cold Startup
S-SB-0008-13 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Some 2011 ? 2013 model year Scion tC vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may exhibit a growling or rattle noise from the transmission area when the clutch pedal is released. Changes have been made to the input shaft rear bearing. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to address this...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2012 SCION TC
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the SCION TC
- 2007 SCION TC — 140 complaints
- 2008 SCION TC — 109 complaints
- 2009 SCION TC — 72 complaints
- 2010 SCION TC — 24 complaints
- 2011 SCION TC — 35 complaints
- 2012 SCION TC (current)
- 2013 SCION TC — 12 complaints
- 2014 SCION TC — 33 complaints
- 2015 SCION TC — 26 complaints
- 2016 SCION TC — 6 complaints
Other SCION Models
- SCION XB — 1,284 total complaints
- SCION FR-S — 235 total complaints
- SCION XD — 167 total complaints
- SCION XA — 166 total complaints
- SCION IA — 39 total complaints
- SCION IQ — 35 total complaints
- SCION IM — 17 total complaints
- SCION SCION — 3 total complaints